Civil Litigation Associate

Job Description

Litigation Associate - General Civil Litigation

Location: Phoenix, AZ | Hybrid Flexibility Available


A well-established and highly collaborative Arizona law firm is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its growing civil litigation practice. This opportunity is ideal for motivated attorneys who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to develop their litigation skills while working alongside experienced mentors.


Position Overview


The firm is looking for candidates with 3-5 years (up to 6 years maximum) of experience as an associate attorney, with strong exposure to all aspects of civil litigation. This includes:

• Drafting and responding to disclosures and discovery
  
  
• Motion practice
  
  
• Taking and defending depositions
  
  
• Court appearances
  
  
• Trial preparation
  
  

This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm with a robust caseload and gain hands-on experience across a variety of matters.


Ideal Candidate Profile

• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic
  
  
• Excellent academic and professional credentials
  
  
• Ability to manage a busy and diverse caseload
  
  
• Proactive, positive, and eager to learn and grow
  
  
• Committed to delivering exceptional client service
  
  
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively
  
  

Required: Active membership in the State Bar of Arizona

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: Starting at $120,000 (DOE)
  
  
• Billable Requirement: 1,600 hours for bonus eligibility
  
  
• Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  
  
• 401(k): Eligible after 1 year, with up to 3% employer match
  
  
• Profit Sharing
  
  

Work Environment & Culture

• Hybrid schedule available after initial training period
  
  
• Collaborative, team-oriented firm culture
  
  
• Formal mentorship program for associates
  
  
• Opportunities to gain experience across practice areas
  
  
• Strong collegial atmosphere
  
  

Associates are given meaningful responsibility early on and may work across different practice areas to broaden their experience before specializing later in their careers.


Career Growth

• Clear path to partnership
  
  
• Firm values entrepreneurial mindset and business development potential
  
  
• Ideal candidates are those who are “hungry” to grow their practice and long-term career
  
  

If you are a driven litigation associate looking for a dynamic environment with strong mentorship, meaningful work, and long-term growth potential, we encourage you to apply. Reach out to Nykki McAdoo at View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io for additional information.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.